SACWA Mount Pleasant

20/08/2026

Members are advised of the funeral of Helen McCarthy, who although not a member, was well known to many, and much respected.

MCCARTHY, Helen Elizabeth (nee Starkey)

07/03/1969–13/08/2026
Aged 57 years.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.

Adored Wife of Andrew.
Devoted and Loved Mother of Laura, William, Eliza and Claudia.
Loved Mother-inLaw to Ryan, Emma and Nick.
The BEST Granny to Sadie, Ruby and Rhett.

Thank you for all that you are for us.
A new Star in the Sky

The family invite all who wish to attend a celebration of Helen’s life at the Mt Pleasant Hall on
Friday 21st August at 11.00am, followed by a burial at Mt Crawford Cemetery with a wake to follow afterwards back at the Mt Pleasant Hall.
Please feel encouraged to wear bright clothes to celebrate Helen.

https://barossafunerals.com.au/funeral-services/

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Brain Cancer Australia.
Envelopes will be available at the service.
www.braincanceraustralia.org.au/donate

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🚿 $27,000 RAISED… AND WE’RE ONLY JUST GETTING STARTED! 💙

We honestly can’t believe how quickly our community has rallied behind this project.

In just a few days, you’ve helped us raise $27,000 towards bringing a mobile shower truck back to South Australia. Every donation, every share and every conversation is bringing us closer.

We’ve now received our first quote for the truck itself…

Even at cost price, the truck alone is more than $60,000.

That’s before we even begin the fit-out with showers, plumbing, electrical, water systems and everything needed to get it on the road.

The amazing news is that businesses are already stepping forward to donate their time, skills and materials. This is becoming a project built by the South Australian community, for the South Australian community.

🚨 We still urgently need:

☀️ Solar supply and installation
⚡ Generator
🛡️ Awning
🔨 Metal fabrication for storage boxes and access stairs
🚚 A suitable second-hand truck to build the shower truck on.

Do you own a business, or do you know someone who does, that could help?

Here’s how you can make a difference today:

💙 Donate: https://showertruckforsa.raiselysite.com
💙 Share this post.
💙 Tag someone in the solar, transport, trucking, fabrication, generator or awning industries.
💙 Know of a suitable second-hand truck that could be donated or sold at a heavily reduced price? Please get in touch.

This isn’t just about building a truck.

It’s about restoring dignity, hope and connection for people experiencing homelessness across South Australia.

Let’s keep this incredible momentum going. Together, we’re building something that will change lives. 🚿💙

24/07/2026

Remember meeting at Johnnies?

Step back into the golden age of Adelaide retail with 'Meet Me at Johnnies! Celebrating The Hayward Years at John Martin's', a new exhibition at Carrick Hill from 6 August to 31 October.

For generations of South Australians, John Martin's Department Store was more than a place to shop. It was where friendships were forged, family traditions began and memories were made. From Christmas visits and city outings to elegant window displays and exceptional service, "Johnnies" became part of Adelaide's story.

Discover the remarkable connection between the Hayward family and one of South Australia's most iconic institutions in an exhibition celebrating the people, innovation and traditions that shaped generations.

📍 Carrick Hill
🗓 6 August – 31 October
Book now | www.carrickhill.sa.gov.au/events/jonnies

Who did you always meet at Johnnies? Share your favourite memories in the comments.

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They say a change is as good as a holiday… and since our committee budget didn’t quite stretch to a tropical island, we’ve settled for a new committee instead 😍

New faces, new ideas, plenty of enthusiasm, and hopefully the ability to remember where the key is kept 😉

To our outgoing committee—thank you for your hard work, countless volunteer hours, and for simply rotating and not vacating 😮‍💨

To the incoming committee—welcome aboard! May your meetings be short, your fundraising successful, your inbox manageable, and the tea and biscuits never run out 🥳

Here’s to another year of laughter, teamwork, and doing great things for our community.

A round of applause for our new ….
President — Angela Clinkaberry
Vice President — Amanda Mackenzie
Secretary — Silvana Stephens
Treasurer — Margie Hutchesson
Assistant Treasurer — Heidi Boyd
Membership — Anne Davis & Jodie Pritchard
Hall Maintenance — Bev Banks & MJ Robertson
Catering — Ange Winter & Helen Zadow
Hall Bookings — Helen Zadow

If you have any queries feel free to contact any of these ladies or come along to a meeting on the second Tuesday of the month or pop in for a creative session or cuppa from 2-4pm any Tuesday.

South Australian Country Women's Assoc. (SACWA)

24/07/2026